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Lausanne Map: Hôtel AgoraHôtel Agora Frommer's Highly Recommended

Address
9, av. du Rond-Point
Location Around Town
Transportation Bus: 1, 3, or 5
Phone 021/555-59-55
Fax 021/555-59-59
Web site www.fhotels.ch
Room Information 82 units
Prices 215F-260F ($176-$213/£92-£111) double; 420F ($344/£179) junior suite
Credit Cards AE, DC, MC, V
In Room Amenities A/C, TV, beverage maker, hair dryer, safe, Wi-Fi
Parking Free parking

Frommer's Review

Set just 274m (899 ft.) from the railroad station, this is a government-rated family-owned, four-star, six-story hotel that opened in 1987 after a total renovation of an older hotel on the site. The look is startlingly unique to Lausanne. Locals often compare its architecture, with a facade of sculpted marble, to a spaceship. "ET has landed," wrote one columnist. The small to midsize bedrooms are comfortable and contain modern furniture and firm beds. Amenities include soundproof windows. The accommodations often have a futuristic aura, in glowing silver or glittering metallic.

Facilities:
Laundry service/dry cleaning; nonsmoking rooms

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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